Brown's rake/water irons are among the most popular collectible clubs.  They have a dramatic presence, and look more prehistoric than functional.  Brown received a 1903 British patent and a 1905 US patent to cover his irons, designed to play out of sand, grass, or water. Yes, water.  Some gutta percha balls would float, and the rules for casual water during the early days of the game were not what they are now.  There are a few accounts of people playing balls floating in a bunker or even a shallow pond.  One account published in 1906 describes a person who waded into water "knee deep" and then used a water iron to make "a clean shot to the fair green."  TCA2 Vol 1, p 263

Brown's "The Major" water iron was produced by James Winton of Montrose. There is a bit of rust at various points on the head, and the filigree on the prongs that make up the face is worn in places.  The shaft and grip appear original, but the grip is a little loose.  These signs of age and use are relatively minor in the overall scheme of things.  For being 110 years old, the club is still attractive and presents well.

TCA2 Vol 1, p 262-264